LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Pearl Mae Herbig upon the occasion
of celebrating her 103rd Birthday

WHEREAS, Senior citizens bring a wealth of knowledge to the increasingly
active roles they play in today's society; their past contributions and
future participation are a vital part of, and valuable asset to, the
fabric of community life and activity; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Pearl
Mae Herbig upon the occasion of celebrating her 103rd Birthday; and
WHEREAS, Pearl Mae Herbig was born on October 29, 1910, in Wilmington,
Delaware, to Paul and Lilly; she had one brother; and
WHEREAS, With her wonderful husband, Pearl Mae Herbig raised two sons,
Kenny and John; today, she is the loving grandmother of five grandchil-
dren; and
WHEREAS, Working as a stenographer for 17 years at McGraw Hill, Pearl
Mae Herbig also played the piano in church for the children; and
WHEREAS, Pearl Mae Herbig credits her husband, home, children, and
grandchildren in feeling blessed to have such a wonderful life; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, who loves quilting, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of her family and friends with her zest
for life; she has experienced the incredible joys and sorrows character-
istic of and reserved for those with the stamina and courage to savor a
full life; and
WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to publicly recog-
nize those who have reached such a remarkable age and who have witnessed
and celebrated the innovations, cultural developments and awesome
achievements of this country during the last century, while themselves
contributing to the growth and excellence of this great Empire State;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Pearl Mae Herbig upon the occasion of celebrating her 103rd
Birthday; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Pearl Mae Herbig.